Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Spaldwick Primary School; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Spaldwick Primary School is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our Enhanced Resource Base for children with autism. The role is permanent, 30 hours per week, 08.50 to 15.20 with a 30 minute unpaid break, Monday to Friday, term time plus 2 training days (38.4 weeks per year).

The ideal candidate will have experience in a school, be passionate about SEND, support wellbeing, and work well in a team while staying flexible, organised and committed to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a school.
• Passion for supporting children with special educational needs.
• Support wellbeing of all children with patience and understanding.
• Be passionate about providing the best opportunities for our children.
• Work well in a team, use initiative and pursue professional development.
• Be flexible and adaptable.
• Be highly organised and efficient.

Skills

Experience in school

SEND support

Child wellbeing

Teamwork

Initiative

Professional development

Flexible and adaptable

Organised and efficient

Job description

TEACHING ASSISTANT - LEVEL 2

Salary: NJC Scale TA Level 2, points 5 to 6 (£25,583 to £25,989 per annum FTE). Actual salary £19,981.99 per annum on point 5 (pay award pending).

Contract: Permanent. 30 hours per week - 08.50 to 15.20 with a 30 minute unpaid break, Monday to Friday. Term time plus 2 training days in September and October (38.4 weeks per year

Start date: As soon as possible

Place of work: Spaldwick Primary School, Spaldwick, Huntingdon

Would you describe yourself as someone who could brighten the day of a child no matter what the circumstances? We are currently looking for flexible and adaptable Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our existing team.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to work in our Enhanced Resource Base for children with autism so previous experience on working with children with autism/SEND would be desirable.

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience of working in a school
• Be passionate about supporting children with special educational needs
• Support the wellbeing of all children with patience and understanding
• Be passionate about providing the best opportunities for our children
• Work well in a team, use their own initiative and be committed to their own professional development
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Be highly organised and efficient

In return we can offer:

• A caring and supportive school ethos
• The opportunity to work with highly motivated staff
• Children who are enthusiastic, committed to learning and enjoy school
• A well-resourced school
• Relevant training to enable you to fulfil your role

For further details on the school please visit our website Spaldwick Primary School - Home